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P54 BCP

1997 Lada Niva

Maroon Petrol 1690cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Mar 2007
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

60,415 mi
Last recorded60,415 miles
Recorded on31 Mar 2006
Typical for 1997 Lada Niva41,336 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP54 BCP
MakeLada
ModelNiva
Year1997
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,690cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Mar 2006 60,415 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2006 60,414 miles

An item not tested (Manual)

An item not tested (Manual)

Brake load sensing valve linkage seized (3.6.E.3)

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front brake caliper has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Pass 5 Jul 2005 57,774 miles

How Reliable is the Lada Niva?

Based on 2,766 MOT tests across 542 vehicles.

64.2%
Pass Rate
1,339
Miles/Year
39
Year Lifespan
542
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 254
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 179
Brake pipe excessively corroded 167
Stop lamp not working 127
Headlamp aim too low 115
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P54 BCP is a 1997 Lada Niva in Maroon with a 1,690cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1997 Lada Niva models, the average MOT pass rate is 62.6% with a typical mileage of 41,336 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Lada Niva fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 254 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P54 BCP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Lada Niva typically stays on UK roads for around 39 years. At 29 years old, this Lada Niva is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was P54 BCP registered?

P54 BCP is a 1997 Lada Niva, first registered on 9 April 1997.

Is P54 BCP safe to buy?

The MOT history for P54 BCP shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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